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ver since she was a little girl, Rhianna Wilson has believed in Christmas miracles.This year, more than ever, she’s hoping to see one. Rhianna, who was born on Christmas Eve nearly 18 years ago, is a girl who loves to sing. Around the time she turned double-digits, she started taking vocal lessons at California Music Studios. “Next thing I knew, I had a producer,” she said, telling how her music career
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has consisted of countless opportunities and achievements, including a secondplace finish in the 2014 Ramona Idol competition, a win in Poway’s 2013 So You Think You Can Sing competition, as well as performances at Poway Rodeo, San Diego Gulls games, Petco Park and KSON radio station. She’s also been a tremendous vocal asset to Ramona High School, singing the National Anthem at events for the Naval Science Program and the annual Ramona Suicide Prevention. “I would love to make singing my career,” she said, describing herself as a typical high school senior who
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try and figure out what happened. “One of the scariest parts is not knowing what’s going to happen next,” said Tracey. Since the beginning of November, they have been seeing Ramona optometrist Dr. Susan Homesley. “We love her — she’s great. She referred us to the UCSD Shiley Eye Center, where we saw a neuroophthalmologist and retina specialist.” But after tests were inconclusive, Rhianna was pointed to University of California, Los Angeles, where she is awaiting results following a
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said Tracey. Left to rely on her friends and family to read her text messages, post on social media and drive her to and from school, Rhianna says she’s frustrated and wants answers. “I wish more than anything things would go back to normal,” she said. Crediting her husband, Dave, and their teenage son, Hayden, for stepping up and helping with the day-to-day responsibilities, Tracey tearfully said, “Every morning I wake up and pray she’ll be back to normal.” But life has a way of going on. And so between doctors’ appointments and figuring out a method to aid her with her schoolwork, Rhianna will perform a holiday song at Knott’s Berry Farm on Dec. 22, and at the end of January, she will sing at the Rock the Oaks benefit in Temecula. Receiving love and support from her closest friends, Rhianna Wilson is lifted up at a Ramona High School NJROTC field meet this month. From left are Jonathan Crawford, Douglas Crawford, Montana Pettit, Rhianna, Alaina Sill, Jordan Blackford, Ethan Parsons Photo by Tracy Rolling and Cameron Landers.
sophisticated retina analysis. Currently, the vision in her right eye is 20/100, which is classified as a moderate visual impairment. The vision in her left eye is 20/400, which is considered legally blind. “I can make out silhouettes and figures,” she said. “But all of the focus and fine details are gone.”
Prior to her vision loss, she participated in sports and on school drill teams. In 2012, she experienced a blind spot in the middle of her left eye. She spent five days in the hospital, but the tests were inconclusive, and the doctors were baffled. “This time, it’s different. It was like her vision changed overnight,”
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“I auditioned before all of this happened,” said Rhianna, explaining how 200 performers tried out, and fewer than 60 made the cut. “Before she lost most of her vision, she would make eye contact with the crowd,” said Tracey. “Now, she tends to close her eyes.” Feeling as though their lives are on hold while they wait for a diagnosis, Rhianna still dreams of going to college. She plans to study music or architectural design, and is working hard to keep a positive attitude. “Just as any mom would, I want the very best for my daughter. I want her to lead a full and healthy life, with nothing holding her back,” said Tracey, asking the community to pray for her daughter, pray for answers and pray for a Christmas miracle. n
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Christmas Tree Lights Up Old Town By Jim Evans ~ the journal
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undreds of Ramona residents gathered in Old Town Dec. 5 to witness the 23rd annual Christmas Tree Lighting and mark the beginning of the Christmas season. Sponsored by the Ramona Chamber of Commerce, the holiday event featured carolers singing from the porch of the Guy B. Woodward Museum, Ramona Del Sol performing Mexican Folkloric dances, sidewalk vendors, sleigh rides and residents mingling with each other and enjoying the festivities. Local shops remained open for business, and Santa Claus made a personal
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appearance at Town Hall to greet youngsters and hear their Christmas wishes. Aida Perez, director of the Ramona Del Sol dance troupe, said that she and her youngsters were excited about performing for the first time at the event in front of so many people. Ramona residents Adrian Elsasser and Mark Ainslie, who live just a block away from where everything took place, were enjoying the festivities. “We’ve never been to the lighting before,” said Ainslie. “It’s great to have it so close where residents can get together like this.”
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Accompanying Santa Claus are Teen Miss Ramona Megan Kelly, left, Miss Ramona Shannon Singleton, right, and Ramona Princess Shannon Huff, behind.
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Sidewalk vendors Melissa Sargent and Juanita Curtis were selling jewelry in support of their nonprofit organization Heart and Hooves Therapy, and were both enthused by the large crowds. Chamber director and this year’s event chair Lezley Knott was busy behind the scenes, coordinating workers and volunteers from the Senior Volunteer Patrol to help ensure a safe and fun atmosphere after closing
Main Street to traffic between Sixth and Seventh streets from 4:30 to 8 p.m. to accommodate the event. The ceremonial lighting of the tree took place at 6 p.m., and the 18-foot-tall Christmas tree will remain on display at the museum atop an antique freight wagon for visitors and passersby to enjoy for the rest of the holiday season. n
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RUSD Trustees Delay County’s Offer of Deputy on Campus
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His interest was sparked as an 11-year-old in 1934, when his father acquired tickets to an auto race at Legion Ascot Speedway in Los Angeles. “After that, I kept a scrapbook, collecting anything I could about the sport,” he says. “As a pre-teen, I used to attend motorcycle and midget auto races at a speedway about three miles from my home in Long Beach.” Even today at the age of 92, when he reminisces about the greats who raced in the county, his eyes light up with excitement. He was privileged to know and interview many of them during his long career, collecting their stories and histories and writing articles for numerous regional and national publications. His passion for motor sports and attention to detail led Car and Driver Magazine to describe him as one of the nation’s most influential motorsports writers. By the mid-2000s, the San Diego resident, had amassed such a vast collection of memories and memorabilia that it made sense to put it all together and publish a book: “San Diego Motorsports 100 Racing Years — A Johnny McDonald Collection.” In 2015, McDonald felt a reprint of the book might interest a new audience of those who want to know more about the history of racing in Southern California. He partnered with Annette and Dewayne Williams and their Ramona-based Williams Savage Books. The republished edition is top-bound, but otherwise remains unchanged, and is complete with the original front and back cover art by the late Bob McCoy, a top sprint car driver, rodeo cowboy and hot-rodder, later known for his outstanding racing artwork. The book begins in 1907, with the antics of Barnstormin’ Barney Oldfield, and continues through the years, with coverage of racing exploits throughout San Diego County — including Ramona and Barona — and in Riverside, Los Angeles, Baja California and beyond. “When the book first came out, I had to hustle to meet the break-even point,” he remembers. “I scheduled a talk circuit throughout the county, often talking to groups who found auto racing a bit foreign. “I remember my wife and I driving in a rainstorm to Vista to talk to a service group, and we sold five books. Another time in Chula Vista, the first speaker talked so long, the restaurant had to close off the section and cut short my talk. One woman felt sorry for me and I made a single sale.” The author highlights every type of racing
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New Mural Commemorates Historic Turkey Day
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he countdown to 2016 has just about begun. If you’re like many people, you might be mulling over some New Year’s resolutions, such as hitting the gym more, learning a new language or taking a cooking class. All are worthy goals, but why not add some financial resolutions, as well? For example: Pay yourself first. Even if you aren’t living “paycheck to paycheck,” you probably don’t have much trouble spending your money — because there’s always something that you or a family member needs, always a repair required for your home or your car, always one more bill to pay. But if you are going to achieve your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you need to invest consistently. So before you pay everyone else, pay yourself first by having some money automatically moved from your checking or savings account each month into an investment. Take advantage of your opportunities. If you have a 401(k) or similar plan at work, take full advantage of it. Contribute as much as you can afford — or at least enough to earn your employer’s match, if one is offered — and choose the mix of investments that give you the potential to achieve the growth you need at a level of risk with which you are comfortable. Focus on the long term. In the short term, you might be excused for not wanting to invest. The headlines are typically scary, the financial markets are frequently volatile and the future often looks murky. Yet, if you can look past the uncertainties of today and keep your focus on tomorrow, you will find it easier to follow a disciplined investment strategy that gives you the opportunity to meet your longterm goals, such as a comfortable retirement. Don’t be driven by fear. When the market is down, investors tend to react with fear. Specifically, they rush to sell their investments, DECEMBER 17, 2015
afraid that if they don’t “cut their losses,” they might sustain even bigger ones. If you can get past this feeling, you may find that a down market can offer you the chance to buy quality investments at good prices. Forget about the “hot stocks.” You’ll hear friends, co-workers and talking heads on television tout today’s hot stocks. But by the time you might hear about them, they may have cooled off — and, in any case, they might not be appropriate for your needs. Forget about “getting rich quick in the market” — it probably won’t happen. True investment success requires patience and persistence. Cut down on your debts. It’s easy to pile up debts, but a lot harder getting rid of them. Yet, if you can reduce your debt load even moderately, you’ll free up money you could use to invest. So look for ways to conserve, cut back and consolidate — it will be worth the effort. Making these resolutions — and sticking to them — can help you as you work toward achieving your financial goals. n
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public workshop on ambulance service, held during the regular Ramona Municipal Water District’s Dec. 8 board meeting, attracted about two-dozen people, including several employees. Five of the spectators, including former board members George Boggs and Connie Bull, shared their views on the possibility of Ramona Fire Department switching to a private ambulance service. Retired San Diego Fire Department Chief Gerald Cannon, a longtime Ramona resident, also spoke before the board. Chief Financial Officer Richard Hannesch and firefighter Jared Andrade gave a presentation on the status of the fire department’s paramedic transportation services. Ramona Fire Department is operated by Cal Fire, under contract with RMWD. There is a need for three ambulances to be purchased within the next few years, at a cost estimated at $660,000. The cost for providing service for patients was set in 1996, and is based on the number of equivalent dwelling units (EDU) of the ratepayers. Typically, a residential customer is equal to one EDU. If the board should approve going to a private ambulance service, that company would set its own rates. In
addition, the private ambulance would be roughly 45 minutes away from any service call. However, with a private company, there would not be a need for RMWD to purchase the three new ambulances. Another plus would be that it would free up a paramedic to be assigned to a regular fire engine instead of the ambulance. Director Joe Zenovic pointed out that an increase in ambulance fees, overall, would be about 50 cents a day for the ratepayers. Currently, a charge of $188.52 (the amount set in 1996) appears on the county tax bills. Directors Darrell Beck and Thomas Ace serve on the fire services ad hoc committee. The consensus of the board was to continue with the current ambulance transportation services and to come up with suggestions and ideas on how to fund the purchase of the three ambulances. Questions raised by the other directors, Jim Hickle and George Foote, as well as by the speakers from the audience, will also be taken into consideration by the ad hoc committee. Ramona Fire Chief Burke Kremensky told the directors that it will take about one year for the purchase of a new ambulance to be completed. It would also take about that long to purchase See Ambulance Service continued on page 17
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FFA gave Sarah the opportunity to meet other people involved in FFA from all over the United States, including Kayla Erath, left, from the Santa Ynez chapter.
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rience under her belt, Sarah extended her trip and took a detour to Washington, D.C. Sarah is well on her way to finding her career path, which makes organizations such as these worth it for all students who are trying to find themselves in today’s society. n Ramona Home Journal is proud to present articles from the Ramona High School advanced journalism class, taught by Ruth Pluciennik. Look for the students’ reports featured in the Journal on a regular basis.
Continued from page 7 lighter, usually working at two other jobs at a time when reporters didn’t make all that much,” says McDonald.“It meant I could bring in extra money so my wife, Maxine, didn’t have to work and had time to bring up our four kids. When I told my dad what my starting salary would be, he barked back, ‘I could have started you as an apprentice plumber for twice that.’ Fortunately, wages became more reasonable.” Within a few years he was so much in demand that he turned down job offers in Reno and Oklahoma — the latter because he was afraid of tornadoes. His continued reporting about motor sports prepared him to serve three years as president of the American Auto Racing Writers and Broadcasters Association, and he founded the All-American driver team, now in its 43rd year. “I got to meet many of the sport’s elite: Tony Hulman, Bill France, Roger Penske, Les
Richter, Wally Parks and a host of drivers.” He was also instrumental in establishing and becoming a consultant for the Hall of Champions while serving as marketing director for the San Diego Automotive Museum, putting him in the enviable position of being able to interview many of San Diego’s outstanding athletes for their files. Though he’s in his 90s, McDonald isn’t slowing down. He continues to write an auto column and other articles for Ramona Home Journal, and has received numerous awards in San Diego Press Club Excellence in Journalism competitions. “To receive some acknowledgement is a welcome reward,” he says. Through it all, he holds to one simple philosophy: “I don’t write for myself, but for the reader.” n
Ambulance Service Continued from page 13 a chassis only that would then be fitted with the back part of the current ambulances. In other business, the board approved an amendment to the general manager’s contract authorizing a district vehicle be provided for David Barnum’s use. A 2008 Ford Fusion is what Barnum will use to commute to and from work and to all workrelated business or functions. Previously, a vehicle had been provided for Barnum, but that changed at the time his last contract went into effect. The use of the district vehicle will be reported as taxable income, in addition to Barnum’s salary, which exceeds $204,000 annually. A special meeting was set for Dec. 18, starting at 2 p.m. at the community center, then moving to San Diego Country Estates DECEMBER 17, 2015
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Turn off the stove if you have to leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, and use a timer to remind you that food is cooking. Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove, so someone walking by is less likely to bump them or pull them over. When using a turkey fryer, be sure to follow instructions closely. Don’t exceed the recommended oil level and only use the device outdoors. Also, never use water to put out a grease fire. It is also essential to ensure that there are working smoke alarms installed, Hoover says. “It’s an added measure to protect you from fires in your home.” Visit www.fire.ca.gov. n
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imaginable, from auto and hot-rod to motocross and hydroplanes, and showcases a veritable who’s who of racing personalities, including racers, owners and trophy queens. It was McDonald’s long involvement in sports in general and racing in particular that put him in a unique position to produce the book in the first place. His writing career goes back to the late 1940s, when he entered San Diego State University following his discharge from the Navy. He eventually became the school newspaper’s sports editor and later the editor. After college, his career went into overdrive and he became a sports reporter for a daily San Diego newspaper, while moonlighting as a publicist for auto races at old Balboa Stadium, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Harlem Globetrotters and the Del Mar Fair. “I was known as a moon-
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her freshman year, but actually became involved in the program early on, learning from the many teachers and leaders in the FFA community, including her cousin, who is currently running the program at RHS. Through FFA, Sarah has gained experience in many areas, but her most-accomplished are livestock (raising, showing and keeping records of animals), and parliamentary procedure and public speaking, which are skills she can use for the rest of her life. On top of that, it has broadened her
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Pastor’s Corner By Rev. Andy Schreiber
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considering what happened that day. How amazing is the birth of Jesus Christ? I almost don’t know where to begin! What if I told you that the prophets in the Old Testament, and even angels themselves, eagerly looked for and antici-
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pated that first Christmas and all that would follow? In 1 Peter 1:10-12, the Bible tells us just that when it says, “Concerning this salvation, the prophets who prophesied about the grace that was to be yours searched and inquired carefully, inquiring what person or time the Spirit of Christ in them was indicating when he predicted the sufferings of Christ and the subsequent glories. It was revealed to them that they were serving not themselves but you, in the things that have now been announced to you through those who preached the good news to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven, things into which angels long to look.” So the prophets, who prophesied of the Messiah who was to come, longed to see and know about Jesus — who He would be, when He would
come and what He would do to save His people. And yet it was revealed to them that they were prophesying these things, not for themselves, but for the benefit of those who would one day hear of the grace of God in the gospel of Christ. They themselves had to wait along with the rest of the world to see what God was going to do. But that didn’t keep them from searching and inquiring. Even the angels, who are in the very presence of God, longed to look into these things. Can you imagine how great something would have to be in order for an angel in heaven to be intrigued or impressed? It was such a big deal, that when Jesus finally came on that first Christmas day, there was “a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with
whom He is pleased.’” (Luke 2:13-14, ESV) The very angels in heaven literally could not contain themselves — that is how big this news was! And the news of that first Christmas is still just as big as it has ever been, for it is still the good news of God’s greatest gift — the gift of His own Son, who came to seek and save sinners. I hope that you have a very merry Christmas this year, and that you know the joy and peace that only comes through faith in Christ. May you, too, be able to sing along with that heavenly host, saying, “Glory to God in the highest!” n Rev. Andy Schreiber is pastor of Ramona Valley Presbyterian Church. He may be reached at 760-787-1570 or andy@ramona valleypca.com. Visit www.ramona valleypca.com
Community/Senior Center Activities Ramona Community/Senior Center is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 434 Aqua Ln. Call 760-789-0440 or visit www.ramonaseniorcenter.com for calendar updates and lunch menu. The center will be closed Dec. 24, 25 and 31 and Jan. 1 for the Christmas and New Year holidays. 1st Wed: Every Tues: Every Mon: Volunteer Meeting 9:30 am Walking 8 am; Exercise 9 am; Quilting 9 am; Yoga 9 am; Lace/Crochet Class 9:30 am; Every Thurs: Computer Class 10:30 am Wii Monday 9:30 am Machine Embroidery Class 9 am; Bingo 1 pm 3rd Tues: 1st Mon: Legal assistance by appt. Ramona Ramblers 1 pm — Every Fri: 858-565-1392 x 208 for travel opportunities, Exercise 9 am; Pinochle 9 am; call 760-788-0331 Seniors Empowering Every Wed: Exercise 9 am; Seniors 10 am; Pokeno 1 pm Pinochle 9 am; Senior Center 3rd Mon: Bridge 12:30 pm Nutrition Advisory 1 pm 3rd Fri: Birthday Lunch 11:30 am
December Menu Ramona Senior Center, at 434 Aqua Ln., and its Ramona Meals on Wheels program is funded by community donations and the County of San Diego Aging Independence Services.Lunch is weekdays at 11:30 a.m., except holidays.
Call 760-789-0440 or visit www.ramonaseniorcenter.com.
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17: Beef Stroganoff, Egg Noodles, Brussels Sprouts, Apricots 18: Birthday Lunch Oven-Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, California Vegetables, Fruit, Cake 21: Chicken Fajitas, Chuck Wagon Corn, MexiRice, Mandarin Oranges 22: Baked Fish, Colcanon Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Salad, Diced Pears 23: Christmas Lunch Ham & Cherry Sauce, Candied Yams, Green Beans, Dinner Roll, Fruit of Forest Pie
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Treasure Hunting on Main Street
Antique Shops Have a Story to Sell By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
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hough modern agriculture has largely eliminated the need for humans to hunt and gather to sustain life, the impulse to do so may still be in our DNA. At this time of year, some folks reenact the ancient ritual by circling the parking lots of shopping malls for an elusive parking space, braving hordes of stressed-out people toting shopping bags, or waiting in long lines to close the deal. Here in Ramona, where there is a thriving commerce
By searching for the perfect gift at local antique shops — where each item is a part of history and comes with a story to tell — shoppers have a chance to make the holiday season memorable and stir up memories. With price points from $2 to $2,000 for antique and vintage items, the gift of nostalgia can be a bargain or a luxury — and a decidedly good value. Squash Blossom Trading Co. One well-established antique store is making a big move this holiday season. Squash Blossom
doors down from its original Main Street store site, effective Dec. 19. Before the move, Townsend is cutting prices by half on the inventory at 746 Main Street. “It’s a change we have been wanting to make for the last five years, to free up revenue and buy better quality inventory,” she says. “We want to
stores are open simultaneously. See the new shop at 780 Main St., Ste. C; call 760-788-2353; or visit www.squashblossom trading.com. Aloma’s Antiques Visit Aloma’s Antiques to find an eclectic mix of antiques, vintage items and even some newer items. The 1,400-squarefoot retail space is filled to the
perfect present in a quick stroll through the aisles of Aloma’s. Stop by Aloma’s Antiques, 733 Main St., from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. The store is closed intermittent Mondays. The Original Old Town Ramona Antique Fair Walk through the doors at The Original Old Town Ramona Antique Fair into a world full of treasures waiting to be discov-
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be more cost efficient, time efficient and lifestyle efficient.” Townsend says the new store will focus on buying more jewelry, being selective about what they carry, and scheduling more estate sales. “We want to cater to our specific clientele and be a little bit more exclusive,” she says. One thing isn’t changing, though. “We’re still offering free market evaluation on antiques and jewelry,” she says. Townsend says there may be a little overlap when both
brim with consignment items and merchandise collected by owner Aloma DeVaux. Just in time for the holiday season, DeVaux will prominently display her fine collection of colored glass pieces in her shop window this month. From inexpensive stocking stuffers to valuable antiques, there is something of interest at every price point. Inventory changes every week, so shoppers with lastminute goals just might find the
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each with its own distinct personality, where every shopper can hunt for the treasure to suit their individual style. “It’s just a fun experience because of the people you meet and the treasures you find,” says Salvatore. “It all comes with a story.” Customers can rely on the combined wisdom and collecting skills of all the owners to find their own hidden gems. There are shops that specialize in furniture, while others feature artwork. One vendor’s style may be rustic, with a neighbor displaying fine china for an elegant dinner. A savvy shopper would be hard-pressed not to find a suitable gift for those on their list — all under one roof. Stop by the store at 734 Main St. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday; 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday. The Mason Jar The Mason Jar is an entertaining place to shop for everyone in the family. Free gold panning on the weekends provides a learning experience, along with souvenir gems and gold flakes to participants who want to try their luck at prospecting. Gardeners will enjoy wandering through the garden shop in search of vintage tools and adornments to add instant character to their home gardens. A man cave filled with vintage tools, automotive and bar items, as well as trendy steampunk metal pieces, will appeal to the gents. There are linens, clothing, handbags and accessories galore to keep vintage
interested in antique collecting, but she didn’t exactly have an ambition to be in the antique business. Some years ago, as Ramona was hit hard by the recession, Thomsen had the idea to help struggling businesses stay alive by renting the building at 369 Main St. and partitioning it into smaller spaces that these businesses could occupy. What started as a family affair is now largely her baby. Her focus is everything country and Western, with cowboy, Indian and equestrian-themed merchandise found throughout the store. Though a purveyor of some high-end items, including artwork by Remington, See Antique shops continued on page 24
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aficionados in high fashion. Visit the year-round Christmas room to find an ornament, serving piece or other cherished item to enhance your holiday style. Owner Debbie Roelle doesn’t take on consignments, but will consider trades for items in her shop. For gift-givers who just can’t decide what to buy, Roelle is offering a special holiday incentive of a $30 gift certificate for $20. The Mason Jar is at 652 Main St. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Wednesday and Friday to Saturday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Old Barn Door Antiques & Collectables Linda Thomsen of Old Barn Door Antiques & Collectables has always been
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San Diego in 1949 is Setting for Lamb’s Holiday Offering
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or the 38th year running, Lamb’s Players Theatre has presented a warm and fuzzy view of the holidays in “Festival of Christmas.”The plays, all written by Lamb’s associate artist Kerry Meads, are repeated every few years.This year’s offering,“All I Want For Christmas,” was last performed here in 2006. Set in 1949, the story takes place a few days before Christmas at a diner in San Diego’s Little Italy. Four generations of the Goldbach family take center stage, along with a handful of customers and the son’s singing group. The title tells it all: what do they want for Christmas? Each, in his or her own way, helps make the wishes of others come true.
Meads stars as Grace Gabiano, with young actor Gabe Magosin as her grandson, Clark. Jim Chovick plays her father, Fritz Goldbach. Grace’s son, Anthony, who is Clark’s father, is played by Jordon Miller. His singing buddies are Michael Parrot as Leo Cantelli, Caitie Grady as Honey Cimino and Lauren King Thompson as Bunny Cimino. All in all, it is a wonderful cast, capable of breathing life into each of their characters. Lamb’s has a knack for attracting extremely talented actors/ singers to make every production a memorable occasion. The play continues through Dec. 27 at the Coronado theater, 1142 Orange Ave. Call 619-437-6000 visit www.lambsplayers.org. n
Century 21 Supports Holiday Outreach Programs Century 21 Award agents had a goal of donating 40 large boxes of food to Ramona Food and Closet for its Share Your Christmas program. They wound up exceeding their expectations, with 43 boxes delivered to the nonprofit organization. In addition to the food donation, agents collected about 75 gifts for homebound clients served by the Ramona Senior Center Nutrition Program.
“We adopted the homebound who put in a wish list with Ramona Meals on Wheels,” said office administrator Jami Waldon, who was pleased with the outpouring of generosity from everyone in the Century 21 office. “This has been the best Christmas ever!” Gifts were delivered Dec. 10 to the senior center, where agents stayed and enjoyed lunch. n
Antique Shops Continued from page 23 Thomsen prides herself on offering items that appeal to first-time collectors who may not have a big budget. There’s also a trophy and engraving shop available in her establishment. Old Barn Door Antiques & Collectables is open at 369 Main St. from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Wednesday and Friday to Saturday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Visiting antique stores can be a stroll
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Ingredients 1 pound kielbasa, sliced 1/4-inch thick on bias Vegetable oil, as needed 8 cloves garlic, minced 1p ound red kidney beans, soaked at least 4 hours and up to overnight 2 quarts chicken broth 1 pound red bliss potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 6 ounces fresh kale, approximately 4 handfuls 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions Place the kielbasa into a 7-quart Dutch oven and set over medium-low heat. Cook until the kielbasa has browned well and rendered its fat, approximately 15 minutes. If you do not have at least 2 teaspoons of fat, add enough vegetable oil to make 2 teaspoons. Remove the kielbasa from the pan and set aside. Add the garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent the garlic from burning. Add the beans and the chicken broth and cook, covered, for 45 minutes. After 45 minutes, add the potatoes, cover and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Wash, rinse and trim the kale and tear into bite size pieces. Add the kale to the pot, cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes or just until it is tender, but not mushy. Add the red wine vinegar and black pepper and stir to combine. Evenly distribute the kielbasa between 8 soup bowls. Laddle the soup into bowls and serve.
Virgin Sangria
Directions Mix 4 cups hot, strong hibiscus tea with 1/2 cup sugar and 6 crushed juniper berries; let cool. Combine in a punch bowl with 4 cups assorted sliced fruit (such as apples, oranges and kiwis) and 2 cups each orange juice and lemon-lime soda. Serve over ice.
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Ingredients 1p ound, 8 1/2 ounces (750 grams) Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored 9 ounces dried cranberries 1 onion, finely chopped 12 fluid ounces (350 ml) apple cider vinegar 7 ounces (200 grams) sugar 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 2 teaspoons salt Directions Slice the apples into halves. Slice the halves lengthways into smaller pieces, roughly 1/4-inch wide. Place the apple pieces and finely chopped onion into a saucepan with all the other ingredients. Heat the mixture until it is simmering quickly. Cook the mixture for 45 minutes, or until the chutney has thickened slightly and the fruit has become soft. Spoon the mixture into sterilized jars and screw the lids onto the jars tightly. Allow to cool before storing in a cool, dark place. DECEMBER 17, 2015
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New Mural Continued from page 9
In later years, she designed and made a hoop skirt, gowns, capes, hats, parasols, muffs, bathing suits and even an outfit for a pet dog. Her ingenious craftwork soon became nationally recognized and was an important and memorable contribution to the success and prominence of Ramona’s Turkey Day. In 1938, McIntosh took her turn as the Turkey Day Queen. She was quite a popular queen and probably most memorable as the subject of several photographs depicting her holding a regal “King Turkey,” and another of her wearing a turkey-feather robe. Her favorite picture however was the pin-up photo of her wearing a cowgirl outfit, complete with hat and boots, while riding a turkey.
Not only is it the image selected for the new mural, Thomsen said, “That photo was distributed around the world.” By 1941, turkey production had greatly increased, and Ramona had become nationally known as the “turkey capital of the world.” Turkey Day was then drawing estimated crowds of 30,000 at a time, when the population of Ramona was about 1,500. But just as those bigger and better things were beginning to happen, the attack on Pearl Harbor took place, launching World War II and bringing to an end the big celebration in a small town. While Turkey Day was never resumed after the war, turkey production remained steady for about 10 years, and then began to decline until about 1970,
when the big turkey flocks and the great clouds of dust became but a fading memory. Today, other than a few abandoned brooder houses and incubators, about the only evidence of Ramona’s famous turkey venture is memorabilia that can be found at the local museum or can be admired on Main Street by the existence of the old neon sign hanging over the door of the Turkey Inn, placed there in 1937.
However, some folks may believe that the wild turkeys that are often spotted nowadays in the county’s mountains, canyons, meadows or their yards are either native to the region or domestic turkeys that escaped from human captivity during Ramona’s turkey heyday and have thrived in the wild. But neither assumption is true. Today’s wild turkeys are the descendants of 243 wild turkeys of the eastern-Rio Grande
strain that were released in 1993 by the Department of Fish and Game near Lake Sutherland and on private ranches, with the cooperation of property owners, conservationists and hunters. As for the new mural, Thomsen said, “It’s the nicest thing we could do to display the history of Ramona. I wish my mom was here to see it. She would love it.” n
Chamber Ribbon Cutting
Ramona Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Juan Bautista de Anza Charter School, located at Photo by Darrel Kinney 850 Main St., Ste. 204.
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By Annette Williams ~ the journal
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Coldwell Banker Country Realty hosted a “Home’s Best Friend” pet adoption event last month to help adoptable animals find a loving home. “Coldwell Banker as a corporation this year teamed up with adoptapet.com,” said Realtor Trudy Brodbeck, of Coldwell Banker Country Realty. “Our goal as a company was to sponsor the adoption of 20,000 dogs this year. Nationwide, Coldwell Banker met that goal in August.” Members of the local real estate office decided that August was too hot and delayed their event until November, for the sake of the pets, participants and public. As a result, as many as 500 community members stopped
Several families are pictured with their newly adopted pets at Coldwell Banker Country Realty’s “Home’s Best Friend” adoption Photo by Darrel Kinney event.
by, and two dogs and four cats were adopted that day. As for the more than $2,200 that was raised, Brodbeck said, “We kept it local.” The funds were split
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As we entered the season of gratitude and giving, Coldwell Banker Country Realty’s Adopt a Pet event was made a huge success by the animal-loving, big-hearted community of Ramona! The generosity of local vendors, the time and efforts of friends and associates, and the commitment of the agents of Coldwell Banker to their community all came together to raise funds for 2 local animal rescues, The Rescued Pup and Unconditional Love Foundation. We want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who participated and attended the event. Special thanks go out to Lauren Moll for her generosity and time spent selling her “home-grown” plants with all proceeds going to the animal rescues; to Gary Hurst for spending his day helping an abused dog find some comfort; and to Robb Critney for always helping where help is needed. Thank you Ramona for your Donations — for your Time — and for helping us build awareness and raise much needed funds for the animals and their caretakers who need our help. The agents of Coldwell Banker Country Realty take this opportunity to wish you and your family a wonderful Holiday season!
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